Dec 9, 2009
Dec 9, 2009

Angel: St. George Slaying the Dragon (obverse); Ship with Shield of Arms and Cross (reverse)

Angel: St. George Slaying the Dragon (obverse); Ship with Shield of Arms and Cross (reverse)

1470–71

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England, Henry VI 1422-1461

(restored 1470-1471)

Gold

Diameter: 2.9 cm (1 1/8 in.)

Weight: 5.049 g (0.18 oz.)

The Norweb Collection 1969.167

Location

Did you know?

The angel was an English gold coin introduced by Edward IV in 1465 and named for the depiction of St. George on the obverse.

Description

Henry VI regained power briefly in the usurpation period. The only gold coins struck during this short period were the angel and half angel, and only London and Bristol operated as mints.

See also
Collection: 
MED - Numismatics
Department: 
Medieval Art
Type of artwork: 
Coins
Medium: 
Gold
Credit line: 
The Norweb Collection

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